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VomitingVVomitingVomitingEnglishNAChild (0-12 years);Teen (13-18 years)Mouth;Esophagus;StomachMouth;Esophagus;StomachConditions and diseasesCaregivers Adult (19+)Abdominal pain;Nausea;Vomiting2019-03-11T04:00:00Z8.4000000000000058.80000000000001221.00000000000Health (A-Z) - ConditionsHealth A-Z<p>Vomiting is the forceful emptying of the stomach's contents and is usually caused by a virus.</p><h2>What is vomiting?</h2><p>Vomiting (throwing up) happens when very strong stomach contractions force a large part of the stomach contents back up the swallowing tube (esophagus) and out through the mouth or nose. </p><p>Vomiting is not the same as regurgitation. Regurgitation is the effortless spitting up of a small amount of food or liquid. Food goes up the esophagus and into the mouth. Regurgitation is very common in babies. It is not harmful.</p><p>Vomiting can become serious if your child loses too much fluid and becomes <a href="/Article?contentid=776&language=English">dehydrated</a>.​</p><h2>Key points</h2> <ul> <li>Vomiting is often caused by irritation of the stomach and digestive system from a viral infection known as gastroenteritis (stomach virus) although there are many other causes. </li> <li>Vomiting usually lasts only one or two days, but may last longer. </li> <li>Breastfed babies with gastroenteritis should continue to drink breast milk.</li> <li>Give your child small amounts of clear fluids. Avoid giving your child sugary drinks.</li> <li>Wash your hands and your child's hands well. </li> <li>Talk to your doctor if your child seems very dehydrated.</li> </ul><h2>Causes of vomiting</h2><p>Most often vomiting is caused by a viral infection known as <a href="/Article?contentid=907&language=English">gastroenteritis</a> (stomach virus). The infection irritates the stomach and digestive system. Children with vomiting from gastroenteritis may also have <a href="/article?contentid=7&language=English">diarrhea</a>.</p><p>Other causes of vomiting include headaches or <a href="/Article?contentid=766&language=English">head injury</a>, blockages in the intestinal tract, severe coughing, <a href="/article?contentid=804&language=English">food allergies</a>, severe allergic reactions (<a href="https://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/Article?contentid=781&language=English">anaphylaxis</a>) and <a href="/Article?contentid=1914&language=English">food poisoning</a>. Medications or other substances such as alcohol can also irritate the stomach and cause vomiting.</p><p>If your child has severe vomiting or vomiting that does not go away, visit a health-care professional. </p><h2>Taking care of your child at home</h2><p>Give your child clear fluids. Your child will need to replace the water and salt they have lost from vomiting. You can use your child's preferred fluid, diluted apple juice or a commercially available oral rehydration solution. Children who have had severe, prolonged diarrhea may have problems digesting milk and they may develop temporary lactose intolerance. However, if your child is vomiting, or if the diarrhea is not frequent and severe, then you can try giving your baby or child milk. In some cases, babies really want to drink their milk and this is the best way to help them stay hydrated.<br></p><div class="asset-video"><p></p> <iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ESvlOfNkjaA">frameborder=&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;quot;0&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;quot;</iframe>  <br> <p> </p><h2>Breast milk for breastfed babies</h2><p>Breastfed babies with gastroenteritis should continue to drink breast milk. They can drink breast milk either from the breast or by taking expressed breast milk from a cup or bottle. If your baby vomits after feeding or is vomiting very often, keep breastfeeding. Feed your baby smaller amounts more often. </p><p>If you are breastfeeding and your baby is not drinking as much as usual, you may need to pump your milk to keep up your own milk supply and prevent discomfort.</p><p>If your breastfeeding baby is still thirsty after drinking breast milk, or if they keep vomiting, you may offer oral rehydration solution. Offer oral rehydration as described below. Continue to either breastfeed or pump your breast milk.</p><p>If your baby normally takes formula, then you can continue to offer formula. If the baby refuses, you can try to offer one to two ounces of oral rehydration solution every 30 minutes. If your baby is getting better, then you can try to switch back to formula.</p><p>If your baby is urinating (peeing) less often and you are not sure if you are making enough milk, offer your baby oral rehydration solution in between feedings. Do not give tea or plain water to babies who may be dehydrated.</p><p>See a doctor if you think that your baby is becoming dehydrated.</p><h3>Give your older child a clear fluid, not just water<br></h3><p>If your child seems <a href="/Article?contentid=776&language=English">dehydrated</a> (dry mouth, less active or peeing less often) give your child their preferred fluid, diluted apple juice or an oral rehydration solution. They will need a fluid that contains sugar, salt and water, not just water on its own.<br></p><p>Use a teaspoon, syringe or medicine dropper to give the fluid to your child. You can also use a bottle or cup. </p><p>Give your child a small amount of solution (5 mL or 1 teaspoon to start) every two to three minutes. If your child accepts and drinks the solution, gradually increase the amount. Increase the amount you give up to at most 1 ounce (30 mL) every five minutes. Do not give more than 1 ounce at a time. Encourage your child to drink slowly. Drinking quickly can cause vomiting.</p><h3>Offer food </h3><p>Your child should try to eat a normal diet even when they have gastroenteritis. Good nutrition is important to help your child feel better. Unless vomiting is very frequent, offer your child a food that they are familiar with. Many children prefer simple foods when they have been vomiting. It is important to be flexible and give your child something that they want to eat. Give foods like crackers, cereals, bread, rice, soup, fruits, vegetables and meat.<br></p><h3>Medications</h3><p>If your child has a fever and feels uncomfortable, give <a href="/Article?contentid=62&language=English">acetaminophen</a> or <a href="/Article?contentid=153&language=English">ibuprofen</a>.</p><p>Contact your doctor if your child takes prescription medications and is having a hard time taking them during this illness.</p><p>Medications available over the counter (such as Gravol or other brands) are not always helpful. Sometimes they can cause sleepiness which makes it hard to continue fluids by mouth. In some cases of persistent vomiting, your doctor may prescribe an anti-vomiting medication such as <a href="/Article?contentid=205&language=English">ondansetron</a>. <a href="/Article?contentid=205&language=English">Ondansetron</a> is given as a single dose. </p></div><h2>When to see a doctor</h2><p> <strong>Go to the nearest Emergency Department or call 911 if:</strong></p><ul><li>your child has a head injury or may have been exposed to something poisonous </li><li>your child seems very dehydrated (no urine in eight hours, very dry mouth, no tears, low energy or sunken eyes) </li><li>your child's vomit is green, bloody or dark brown (coffee colour) </li><li>your child has severe or worsening tummy pain </li><li>your child has trouble breathing </li><li>your child has a very bad headache or sore neck </li><li>your child's skin is cold or not its usual colour </li><li>your child is very tired or difficult to wake up </li><li>your child appears to be very sick</li></ul><p> <strong>Make an appointment with your child's doctor if:</strong></p><ul><li>you think your child may be starting to get dehydrated </li><li>the vomiting lasts longer than 24 hours if your child is under two years old</li><li>the vomiting lasts longer than 48 hours if your child is older than two years old </li><li>your child's fever lasts more than three days </li><li>vomiting happens more than once a month or happens mostly at night or early morning </li><li>you have other concerns or questions<br></li></ul><p>Your child may show physical changes when their condition is serious or when their condition gets worse. Parents and caregivers can learn how to <a href="https://www.healthcareexcellence.ca/media/s3bbk5nv/20221216_signsmaterialsqr_en.pdf">spot these signs</a> in order to seek help from a health-care provider.</p><br>
القيءاالقيءVomitingArabicNAChild (0-12 years);Teen (13-18 years)Mouth;Esophagus;StomachMouth;Esophagus;StomachConditions and diseasesCaregivers Adult (19+)Abdominal pain;Nausea;Vomiting2009-11-17T05:00:00Z7.0000000000000069.00000000000001477.00000000000Flat ContentHealth A-Z<p>القيء هو تفريغ قوي لمحتويات المعدة، وعادة ما يسببه فيروس. اقرأ عن العلاج الغذائي، العلاج الوحيد للتقيؤ.</p>
嘔吐嘔吐VomitingChineseSimplifiedNAChild (0-12 years);Teen (13-18 years)Mouth;Esophagus;StomachMouth;Esophagus;StomachConditions and diseasesCaregivers Adult (19+)Abdominal pain;Nausea;Vomiting2019-03-11T04:00:00ZFlat ContentHealth A-Z<p>呕吐指的是强行清空胃容物,通常由病毒引起。<br></p><h2>什么是呕吐?</h2><p>呕吐是指胃部剧烈收缩,将大部分胃容物压回吞咽道(食道),并通过口腔或鼻子排出。</p><p>呕吐不同于胃食道反流,后者是指不自主地吐出少量食物或液体。发生反流时,食物通过食道返回口中。反流现象在婴儿期是很常见的,对人体无害。</p><p>如果孩子在呕吐时流失液体过多,发生<a href="/Article?contentid=776&language=ChineseSimplified">脱水</a>,就可能导致严重后果。</p><h2>要点</h2><ul><li>呕吐通常由胃肠炎这一病毒感染所导致的胃部及消化系统不适而引起,但还有其他多种因素也可引起呕吐。</li><li>呕吐一般持续一至两天,但也可能持续更久。</li><li>母乳喂养的婴儿,在患胃肠炎期间应该继续喝母乳。</li><li>让孩子喝少量的透明液体。不要给孩子喝含糖饮料。</li><li>您和孩子都要认真洗手。</li><li>如果孩子看起来脱水严重,请咨询医生。</li></ul>
嘔吐嘔吐VomitingChineseTraditionalNAChild (0-12 years);Teen (13-18 years)Mouth;Esophagus;StomachMouth;Esophagus;StomachConditions and diseasesCaregivers Adult (19+)Abdominal pain;Nausea;Vomiting2019-03-11T04:00:00ZFlat ContentHealth A-Z<p>嘔吐指的是強行清空胃容物,通常由病毒引起。<br></p><h2>什麼是嘔吐?</h2><p>嘔吐是指胃部劇烈收縮,將大部分胃容物壓回吞咽道(食道),並通過口腔或鼻子排出。</p><p>嘔吐不同於胃食道反流,後者是指不自主地吐出少量食物或液體。發生反流時,食物通過食道返回口中。反流現象在嬰兒期是很常見的,對人體無害。</p><p>如果孩子在嘔吐時流失液體過多,發生<a href="/Article?contentid=776&language=ChineseTraditional">脫水</a>,就可能導致嚴重後果。</p><h2>要點</h2><ul><li>嘔吐通常由胃腸炎這一病毒感染所導致的胃部及消化系統不適而引起,但還有其他多種因素也可引起嘔吐。</li><li>嘔吐一般持續一至兩天,但也可能持續更久。</li><li>母乳餵養的嬰兒,在患胃腸炎期間應該繼續喝母乳。</li><li>讓孩子喝少量的透明液體。不要給孩子喝含糖飲料。</li><li>您和孩子都要認真洗手。</li><li>如果孩子看起來脫水嚴重,請諮詢醫生。</li></ul>
VomissementsVVomissementsVomitingFrenchNAChild (0-12 years);Teen (13-18 years)Mouth;Esophagus;StomachMouth;Esophagus;StomachConditions and diseasesCaregivers Adult (19+)Abdominal pain;Nausea;Vomiting2019-03-11T04:00:00ZHealth (A-Z) - ConditionsHealth A-Z<p> Les vomissements sont l’expulsion violente du contenu de l’estomac, et sont habituellement causés par un virus.<br></p><h2>Que sont les vomissements?</h2><p>Les vomissements se produisent lorsque de très fortes contractions de l'estomac forcent une grande partie de son contenu à remonter dans l'œsophage (tube par lequel les aliments se rendent à l’estomac) et à être rejetée par la bouche ou le nez.</p><p>Vomir et régurgiter ne sont pas identiques. La régurgitation consiste à recracher sans effort une petite quantité de nourriture ou de liquide. La nourriture remonte dans l'œsophage jusqu’à la bouche. Très courante chez les bébés, la régurgitation est sans danger.</p><p>Les vomissements peuvent entraîner des troubles plus graves si votre enfant perd trop de liquides et devient <a href="/Article?contentid=776&language=French">déshydraté</a>.</p><h2>À retenir</h2> <ul><li>Parmi leurs nombreuses causes, les vomissements sont souvent provoqués par une irritation de l’estomac et de l’appareil digestif due à une infection virale appelée gastroentérite (virus intestinal). </li> <li>Les vomissements durent habituellement un ou deux jours, quoiqu’ils puissent se manifester pendant une plus longue période. </li> <li>Les bébés allaités atteints d’une gastroentérite devraient continuer de boire du lait maternel.</li> <li>Donnez à votre enfant de petites quantités de liquides clairs. Évitez les boissons sucrées.</li> <li>Lavez‑vous bien les mains ainsi que celles de votre enfant. </li> <li>Consultez votre médecin si votre enfant semble très déshydraté.</li></ul><h2>Les causes des vomissements </h2><p>En général, les vomissements sont provoqués par une infection virale appelée <a href="/Article?contentid=907&language=French">gastroentérite</a> (virus intestinal). Ce type d’infection irrite l'estomac et l’appareil digestif. Les enfants aux prises avec des vomissements causés par une gastroentérite peuvent aussi avoir la diarrhée.</p><p>Les autres causes de vomissements comprennent les maux de tête ou les <a href="/Article?contentid=766&language=French">traumatismes crâniens</a>, les blocages du tractus intestinal, une forte toux, les <a href="https://akhpub.aboutkidshealth.ca/article?contentid=804&language=French">allergies alimentaires</a>, une réaction allergique grave (<a href="/Article?contentid=781&language=French">anaphylaxie</a>) et les <a href="/Article?contentid=1914&language=French">intoxications alimentaires​</a>. Les médicaments et d'autres substances comme l'alcool peuvent également irriter l'estomac et provoquer des vomissements.</p><p></p><p> Si votre enfant est atteint de vomissements aigus ou vomit sans arrêt, consultez un professionnel de la santé. </p><h2>Prendre soin de votre enfant à la maison </h2><p>Donnez à votre enfant des liquides clairs. Votre enfant doit remplacer l'eau et le sel qu'il a perdu en vomissant. Vous pouvez utiliser la boisson de choix de votre enfant, du jus de pomme dilué ou une solution de réhydratation orale offerte sur le marché. Les enfants ayant eu des diarrhées aiguës de manière prolongée sont susceptibles d’avoir du mal à digérer le lait et de présenter une intolérance temporaire au lactose. Toutefois, si votre bébé ou votre enfant vomit ou si ses diarrhées ne sont pas fréquentes ni graves, vous pouvez essayer de lui donner du lait. Certains bébés souhaitent réellement boire du lait, ce qui est la meilleure façon de leur permettre de rester hydratés. </p><h3>Le lait maternel pour les bébés allaités</h3><p>Les bébés atteints d’une gastroentérite devraient continuer de boire du lait maternel. Si vous allaitez votre bébé, continuez de le faire ou de lui donner du lait maternel dans un verre ou au biberon. Si votre bébé vomit après avoir bu ou qu’il vomit très souvent, ne cessez pas de l’allaiter. Donnez lui de plus petites quantités plus fréquemment.</p><p>Si vous allaitez, mais que votre bébé ne boit pas autant que d’habitude, vous devrez peut être tirer votre lait pour continuer d’en produire et vous éviter des inconforts.</p><p>Si vous allaitez, mais que votre bébé a encore soif après ses tétés, ou si ses vomissements persistent, vous pouvez lui offrir une solution de réhydratation orale de la façon décrite ci dessous. Continuez également de l’allaiter ou de tirer votre lait.</p><p>Si votre bébé boit normalement du lait maternisé, continuez de lui en offrir. S’il refuse d’en boire, vous pouvez essayer de lui donner une à deux onces de solution de réhydratation orale aux 30 minutes. Essayez toutefois de lui offrir du lait maternisé s’il va mieux.</p><p>Si votre bébé urine (fait pipi) moins souvent et que vous n’êtes pas certaine de produire assez de lait maternel, offrez lui une solution de réhydratation orale entre les tétés. Ne donnez jamais du thé ou de l’eau ordinaire aux bébés susceptibles d’être déshydratés.</p><p>Consultez un médecin si vous pensez que votre bébé se déshydrate.</p><h3>Donnez à votre enfant plus âgé des liquides clairs, pas seulement de l'eau<br></h3><p>Si votre enfant semble <a href="/Article?contentid=776&language=French">déshydraté</a> (s’il a la bouche sèche, est moins actif ou urine moins souvent) donnez‑lui sa boisson préférée, du jus de pomme dilué ou une solution de réhydratation orale. Il aura besoin d'une liquide qui contient du sucre, du sel et de l'eau, et non pas seulement de l'eau ordinaire.<br></p><p>Utilisez une cuillère à thé, une seringue ou un compte‑gouttes pour médicaments. Vous pouvez également utiliser un biberon ou une tasse.</p><p>Donnez à votre enfant une petite quantité de solution (5 mL ou 1 cuillère à thé pour commencer) toutes les deux à trois minutes. Si votre enfant la boit et la tolère, augmentez progressivement la quantité. Ne dépassez pas 1 once (30 mL) à des intervalles de cinq minutes. Ne donnez pas plus de 1 once à la fois. Encouragez votre enfant à boire lentement. Boire rapidement peut provoquer des vomissements.<br></p><h3>Offrez de la nourriture </h3><p>Votre enfant devrait essayer de manger normalement même s'il a une gastroentérite. Une saine nutrition est importante pour lui permettre de se sentir mieux. À moins que les vomissements soient très fréquents, donnez‑lui des aliments qu’il connaît. De nombreux enfants préfèrent manger des aliments simples après des vomissements. Il est important d'être souple et de lui donner les aliments qu'il souhaite manger. Offrez-lui des craquelins, des céréales, du pain, du riz, de la soupe, des fruits, des légumes et de la viande, entre autres.<br></p><h3>Médicaments</h3><p>Si votre enfant a de la fièvre et se sent mal, donnez-lui de l'<a href="/Article?contentid=62&language=French">acétaminophène</a> (de marques Tylenol, Tempra ou autres) ou de l'<a href="/Article?contentid=153&language=French">ibuprofène</a> (de marques Advil, Motrin ou autres).</p><p>Communiquez avec votre médecin si votre enfant prend des médicaments sur ordonnance et s'il a de la difficulté à les prendre pendant qu'il est malade.</p><p>Les médicaments en vente libre (comme le Gravol ou d'autres marques) ne sont pas toujours utiles. Ils peuvent parfois provoquer de la somnolence et rendre la consommation de liquides plus difficile. </p><p>Dans certains cas de vomissements persistants, votre médecin pourra prescrire un médicament contre les vomissements, comme l’<a href="/Article?contentid=205&language=French">ondansétron​</a> qui est administré en dose unique. </p><h2>Quand consulter un médecin</h2> <p><strong>Rendez-vous aux services d'urgence les plus proches ou composez le 911 dans les cas suivants:</strong></p> <ul><li>votre enfant a subi un traumatisme crânien ou peut avoir été exposé à une substance toxique,</li> <li>il semble très déshydraté (il n’a pas uriné en huit heures, il a la bouche très sèche, il ne produit pas de larmes, il a peu d’énergie ou les yeux enfoncés),</li> <li>ses vomissures sont brun foncé (couleur du café) ou vertes ou contiennent du sang,</li> <li>il présente des douleurs abdominales aiguës ou qui s'aggravent,</li> <li>il a de la difficulté à respirer,</li> <li>il a très mal à la tête ou a le cou douloureux,</li> <li>sa peau est froide et n’est pas de sa couleur normale,</li> <li>il est très fatigué ou il est difficile de le réveiller,</li> <li>il semble très malade.</li></ul> <p><strong>Prenez rendez‑vous avec le médecin de votre enfant si:</strong></p> <ul><li>vous croyez que votre enfant semble commencer à se déshydrater,</li> <li>votre enfant âgé de moins de deux ans vomit depuis plus de 24 heures</li> <li>votre enfant âgé de plus de deux ans vomit depuis plus de 48 heures,</li> <li>la fièvre de votre enfant dure depuis plus de trois jours,</li> <li>votre enfant vomit plus d'une fois par mois ou surtout la nuit ou tôt le matin,</li> <li>vous avez d'autres préoccupations ou questions.</li></ul>
O vómitoOO vómitoVomitingPortugueseNAChild (0-12 years);Teen (13-18 years)NANANAAdult (19+)NA2009-01-29T05:00:00Z69.00000000000007.000000000000001477.00000000000Flat ContentHealth A-Z<p>Vómito é o esforço em esvaziar o conteúdo do estômago, sendo geralmente causado por um vírus. Leia sobre a dieta como terapia, o único tratamento para os vómitos.</p>
ਉਲਟੀ ਕਰਨੀਉਲਟੀ ਕਰਨੀVomitingPunjabiNAChild (0-12 years);Teen (13-18 years)NANANAAdult (19+)NA2011-04-12T04:00:00Z55.000000000000010.00000000000001542.00000000000Flat ContentHealth A-Z<p>ਉਲਟੀ ਪੇਟ ਦੀਆਂ ਵਸਤੂਆਂ ਨੂੰ ਜ਼ੋਰ ਨਾਲ ਖਾਲੀ ਕਰਨਾ ਹੁੰਦਾ ਹੈ ਅਤੇ ਆਮ ਤੌਰ ਤੇ ਵਾਇਰਸ ਦੇ ਕਾਰਨ ਹੁੰਦਾ ਹੈ। ਖੁਰਾਕ ਥਰੇਪੀ (ਚਿਕਿਤਸਾ) ਬਾਰੇ ਪੜ੍ਹੋ, ਉਲਟੀ ਦਾ ਕੇਵਲ ਇੱਕੋ ਇੱਕ ਇਲਾਜ।</p>
VómitosVVómitosVomitingSpanishNAChild (0-12 years);Teen (13-18 years)NANANAAdult (19+)NA2009-11-17T05:00:00Z55.000000000000010.00000000000001542.00000000000Flat ContentHealth A-Z<p>La causa de los vómitos puede ser una infección viral, llamada gastroenteritis. Lea consejos sobre cómo tratar los vómitos en niños y evitar la deshidratación.</p>
வாந்தியெடுத்தல்வாந்தியெடுத்தல்VomitingTamilNAChild (0-12 years);Teen (13-18 years)NANANAAdult (19+)NA2009-11-17T05:00:00Z69.00000000000007.000000000000001477.00000000000Flat ContentHealth A-Z<p>வாந்தியெடுத்தல் என்பது வழக்கமாக ஒரு வைரஸின் காரணமாக, இரைப்பையில் இருப்பவைகள் வலுக்கட்டாயமாக வெளியேற்றப்படுதலாகும். வாந்தியெடுத்தலுக்குள்ள ஒரே சிகிச்சையான உணவுச் சிகிச்சையப் பற்றி வாசியுங்கள்.</p>
قے ہوناققے ہوناVomitingUrduNAChild (0-12 years);Teen (13-18 years)NANANAAdult (19+)NA2009-11-17T05:00:00Z55.000000000000010.00000000000001542.00000000000Flat ContentHealth A-Z<p>بچوں میں شدید قے کی وجوہات معلوم کریں۔ علامات، قے کی زیادہ عمومی وجہ، علاج اور پرہیز کرنے والی چیزیں۔</p>

 

 

 

 

Vomiting746.000000000000VomitingVomitingVEnglishNAChild (0-12 years);Teen (13-18 years)Mouth;Esophagus;StomachMouth;Esophagus;StomachConditions and diseasesCaregivers Adult (19+)Abdominal pain;Nausea;Vomiting2019-03-11T04:00:00Z8.4000000000000058.80000000000001221.00000000000Health (A-Z) - ConditionsHealth A-Z<p>Vomiting is the forceful emptying of the stomach's contents and is usually caused by a virus.</p><h2>What is vomiting?</h2><p>Vomiting (throwing up) happens when very strong stomach contractions force a large part of the stomach contents back up the swallowing tube (esophagus) and out through the mouth or nose. </p><p>Vomiting is not the same as regurgitation. Regurgitation is the effortless spitting up of a small amount of food or liquid. Food goes up the esophagus and into the mouth. Regurgitation is very common in babies. It is not harmful.</p><p>Vomiting can become serious if your child loses too much fluid and becomes <a href="/Article?contentid=776&language=English">dehydrated</a>.​</p><h2>Key points</h2> <ul> <li>Vomiting is often caused by irritation of the stomach and digestive system from a viral infection known as gastroenteritis (stomach virus) although there are many other causes. </li> <li>Vomiting usually lasts only one or two days, but may last longer. </li> <li>Breastfed babies with gastroenteritis should continue to drink breast milk.</li> <li>Give your child small amounts of clear fluids. Avoid giving your child sugary drinks.</li> <li>Wash your hands and your child's hands well. </li> <li>Talk to your doctor if your child seems very dehydrated.</li> </ul><h2>Causes of vomiting</h2><p>Most often vomiting is caused by a viral infection known as <a href="/Article?contentid=907&language=English">gastroenteritis</a> (stomach virus). The infection irritates the stomach and digestive system. Children with vomiting from gastroenteritis may also have <a href="/article?contentid=7&language=English">diarrhea</a>.</p><p>Other causes of vomiting include headaches or <a href="/Article?contentid=766&language=English">head injury</a>, blockages in the intestinal tract, severe coughing, <a href="/article?contentid=804&language=English">food allergies</a>, severe allergic reactions (<a href="https://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/Article?contentid=781&language=English">anaphylaxis</a>) and <a href="/Article?contentid=1914&language=English">food poisoning</a>. Medications or other substances such as alcohol can also irritate the stomach and cause vomiting.</p><p>If your child has severe vomiting or vomiting that does not go away, visit a health-care professional. </p><h2>How long will the vomiting last?</h2> <p>A viral gastroenteritis infection usually begins with vomiting and sometimes fever. The vomiting often lasts only one or two days, but may last longer. </p> <p>A child will often have diarrhea at the same time or after the vomiting. The vomiting and diarrhea do not usually last longer than one week. </p><h2>Taking care of your child at home</h2><p>Give your child clear fluids. Your child will need to replace the water and salt they have lost from vomiting. You can use your child's preferred fluid, diluted apple juice or a commercially available oral rehydration solution. Children who have had severe, prolonged diarrhea may have problems digesting milk and they may develop temporary lactose intolerance. However, if your child is vomiting, or if the diarrhea is not frequent and severe, then you can try giving your baby or child milk. In some cases, babies really want to drink their milk and this is the best way to help them stay hydrated.<br></p><div class="asset-video"><p></p> <iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ESvlOfNkjaA">frameborder=&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;quot;0&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;quot;</iframe>  <br> <p> </p><h2>Breast milk for breastfed babies</h2><p>Breastfed babies with gastroenteritis should continue to drink breast milk. They can drink breast milk either from the breast or by taking expressed breast milk from a cup or bottle. If your baby vomits after feeding or is vomiting very often, keep breastfeeding. Feed your baby smaller amounts more often. </p><p>If you are breastfeeding and your baby is not drinking as much as usual, you may need to pump your milk to keep up your own milk supply and prevent discomfort.</p><p>If your breastfeeding baby is still thirsty after drinking breast milk, or if they keep vomiting, you may offer oral rehydration solution. Offer oral rehydration as described below. Continue to either breastfeed or pump your breast milk.</p><p>If your baby normally takes formula, then you can continue to offer formula. If the baby refuses, you can try to offer one to two ounces of oral rehydration solution every 30 minutes. If your baby is getting better, then you can try to switch back to formula.</p><p>If your baby is urinating (peeing) less often and you are not sure if you are making enough milk, offer your baby oral rehydration solution in between feedings. Do not give tea or plain water to babies who may be dehydrated.</p><p>See a doctor if you think that your baby is becoming dehydrated.</p><h3>Give your older child a clear fluid, not just water<br></h3><p>If your child seems <a href="/Article?contentid=776&language=English">dehydrated</a> (dry mouth, less active or peeing less often) give your child their preferred fluid, diluted apple juice or an oral rehydration solution. They will need a fluid that contains sugar, salt and water, not just water on its own.<br></p><p>Use a teaspoon, syringe or medicine dropper to give the fluid to your child. You can also use a bottle or cup. </p><p>Give your child a small amount of solution (5 mL or 1 teaspoon to start) every two to three minutes. If your child accepts and drinks the solution, gradually increase the amount. Increase the amount you give up to at most 1 ounce (30 mL) every five minutes. Do not give more than 1 ounce at a time. Encourage your child to drink slowly. Drinking quickly can cause vomiting.</p><h3>Offer food </h3><p>Your child should try to eat a normal diet even when they have gastroenteritis. Good nutrition is important to help your child feel better. Unless vomiting is very frequent, offer your child a food that they are familiar with. Many children prefer simple foods when they have been vomiting. It is important to be flexible and give your child something that they want to eat. Give foods like crackers, cereals, bread, rice, soup, fruits, vegetables and meat.<br></p><h3>Medications</h3><p>If your child has a fever and feels uncomfortable, give <a href="/Article?contentid=62&language=English">acetaminophen</a> or <a href="/Article?contentid=153&language=English">ibuprofen</a>.</p><p>Contact your doctor if your child takes prescription medications and is having a hard time taking them during this illness.</p><p>Medications available over the counter (such as Gravol or other brands) are not always helpful. Sometimes they can cause sleepiness which makes it hard to continue fluids by mouth. In some cases of persistent vomiting, your doctor may prescribe an anti-vomiting medication such as <a href="/Article?contentid=205&language=English">ondansetron</a>. <a href="/Article?contentid=205&language=English">Ondansetron</a> is given as a single dose. </p></div><h2>How to keep the rest of your family healthy</h2> <p>Make sure to wash your hands and your child's hands well. This is very important after using the toilet or putting a diaper on your child. This will help stop the illness from spreading in your family.</p><h2>When to see a doctor</h2><p> <strong>Go to the nearest Emergency Department or call 911 if:</strong></p><ul><li>your child has a head injury or may have been exposed to something poisonous </li><li>your child seems very dehydrated (no urine in eight hours, very dry mouth, no tears, low energy or sunken eyes) </li><li>your child's vomit is green, bloody or dark brown (coffee colour) </li><li>your child has severe or worsening tummy pain </li><li>your child has trouble breathing </li><li>your child has a very bad headache or sore neck </li><li>your child's skin is cold or not its usual colour </li><li>your child is very tired or difficult to wake up </li><li>your child appears to be very sick</li></ul><p> <strong>Make an appointment with your child's doctor if:</strong></p><ul><li>you think your child may be starting to get dehydrated </li><li>the vomiting lasts longer than 24 hours if your child is under two years old</li><li>the vomiting lasts longer than 48 hours if your child is older than two years old </li><li>your child's fever lasts more than three days </li><li>vomiting happens more than once a month or happens mostly at night or early morning </li><li>you have other concerns or questions<br></li></ul><p>Your child may show physical changes when their condition is serious or when their condition gets worse. Parents and caregivers can learn how to <a href="https://www.healthcareexcellence.ca/media/s3bbk5nv/20221216_signsmaterialsqr_en.pdf">spot these signs</a> in order to seek help from a health-care provider.</p><br><img alt="" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/vomiting.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/vomiting.jpgvomitingVomitingFalse

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